I'm Off

cmsmith · Aug 15, 2012

In three days, I’m off. First to see the York (England) Mystery Plays, with my son in a cast of 500, and then on August 30 starting the Camino Frances from St. Jean. Even though the items numbered exactly 100 on my spread sheet, I can happily report that my back pack weight comes in at 13 1/2 pounds (6 1/4 kilos) without water and food. I feel comfortable with what I have decided to take and what I have decided to leave behind.
Thanks to the Forum participants for all the advice and prompt answers to questions. Most significantly, I have learned from you to avoid detailed planning and to let the Camino unfold for me. I hope I can continue to put that learning into practice in the weeks ahead.
Don’t look for a quick report back. This will be more an amble or a stroll than a hike. My plane home is not until November 2. In the meantime,

Buen Camino
CMSmith

moraneigel · Aug 15, 2012

Wow you have done well with your backpack weight. Travel safely and since we start the same day from SJPP, we will probably meet somewhere along the way.
moraneigel

tyrrek · Aug 15, 2012

Buen Camino! Good times are just around the corner!

Bozzie · Aug 15, 2012

cmsmith said:
In three days, I’m off. First to see the York (England) Mystery Plays, with my son in a cast of 500, and then on August 30 starting the Camino Frances from St. Jean. Even though the items numbered exactly 100 on my spread sheet, I can happily report that my back pack weight comes in at 13 1/2 pounds (6 1/4 kilos) without water and food. I feel comfortable with what I have decided to take and what I have decided to leave behind.

CM --
Good news on the pack weight! I am getting all of my things together, also, and am anxiously awaiting the outcome of my pack weight!! I will begin the walk soon after you, so we may bump into each other along the way.
Have fun with your son and may you both have a buen camino!
"Bozzie"
(Dee Anne from Dallas)